2888218 - 1024A crank shaft

Made from cast iron, induction hardened.It rests on five main bearings with bearing shells graded into three sizes.The crankshaft endfloat is adjusted by two thrust washers located in the gearbox side bearing support.Eight counterweights arranged at 180° ensure that the crankshaft rotating masses are perfectly balanced.A channel runs along the inside of the shaft to lubricate the main bearings and big end bearings.